Your surgery pathway.

With the Melbourne Weight Loss Surgery team.

Your complete care package

Surgery is a huge life change and a decision that isn’t made lightly. So many have their operation only to feel thrown into the deep end with no lifeline.

To be truly successful on your surgery journey, you want a team that's with you for more than just signing the paperwork.

Our surgery follow-up inclusions are second to none. You’ll have access to everyone you could need on your journey under one roof, collaborating to get you the best results.

  • Discuss your surgery options and ask your burning questions in your first surgical consult.

  • Meet with your nurse and dietitian who will prepare you for your surgery diet and practical aspects of the operation (like how to take care of yourself during recovery).

    Have any required tests done (like blood tests or scopes).

  • Once everything has been reviewed by your surgeon, we’ll get your okay to go ahead with surgery. You’ll be in good hands for a relatively quick hospital stay.

  • We’ll check in with you regularly to make sure you recover well and ease into a new way of eating. You’ll have reviews with your nurse and/or surgeon and dietitian included.

  • Gain access to our other support networks such as psychology and exercise physiology services, support groups, events and online resources.

Included in your surgery package:

Nursing and/or surgeon reviews*

5 dietitian appointments*

FREE month's supply of required supplements & protein

Access to our psychology & counselling team

*Surgical/nursing follow-up to use within your first 2 years post-surgery. Dietitian follow-up to be used within your first 12 months post-surgery. Different inclusions apply for Allurion Balloon procedures.

  1. Assess

A valid GP referral is needed to book your first surgical appointment.

Your GP can complete this for you and forward it to our clinic.

Referral from your GP

1st Surgical Consultation

Meet your surgeon to discuss:

  • The weight loss surgery procedure

  • Your eligibility for surgery

  • Any questions you may have

Your surgeon may ask that you have some additional tests done. These may include:

  • Gastroscopy

  • Blood test

  • Psychology consultation (if required)

  • Medical physician consultation (if required)

2. Prepare

Dietitian Consultation

Meet with your dietitian to discuss:

  • Your pre and post-surgery diet

  • Required supplements

  • Resources and diet guides for surgery

Nurse Consultation

Meet your nurse to discuss:

  • Information regarding your upcoming surgery (e.g. medications, wound care)

  • Additional resources for surgery

Pre-Op Surgical Review

Review with your surgeon:

  • Any test results

  • Consent to proceed with surgery

Our team will then assist you with booking a surgery date & your first post-operative appointments.

3. Surgery Day

Some nerves are normal, but you're in good hands!

Ensure you have read through any documentation you have received from our team.

4. Follow Up Care

Nurse Call (1 Week Post-Surgery)

Your first nursing appointment covers:

  • Checking on your recovery

  • Troubleshooting any concerns

  • Any questions you may have

You will then book a review appointment as required/ recommended by your nurse.

Dietitian Appointment (2 Weeks Post-Surgery)

Your first dietitian appointment covers:

  • A recap of the next steps in your post-surgery diet

  • Troubleshooting any concerns

  • Any questions you may have

You will then book a review appointment to continue your diet support. You have a total of 5 included dietitian appointments to use within your first 12 months post-surgery.

We have many patients that continue support after 12 months, who use private health cover or Medicare rebates to reduce their out of pocket fee.

We will be there to support you if any concerns or questions arise along your journey. We're committed to ensuring you feel safe and confident in your next steps.

5. Build Your Support Network

Psychology & Counselling Support:

  • Understand what drives eating behaviours (e.g. emotional eating)

  • Supporting you in adjusting to life post-surgery

Support Groups, Events & Resources:

  • Online monthly zoom support groups & private facebook groups with patients on a similar journey

  • Early access to MWLS events (retreats, meetups etc.)

  • Explore our resources, online courses & surgery e-recipe books on our Weight Loss Surgery Support site

Are you ready to take control of your own story?

Read our patient story on the surgery experience with Melbourne Weight Loss Surgery.